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AB08 BEU

2008 Skoda Octavia

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

161,723 mi
Last recorded161,723 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Skoda Octavia100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BEU
MakeSkoda
ModelOctavia
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2019 161,723 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jul 2018 149,740 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 140,911 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2017 140,911 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2016 130,044 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2016 129,508 miles

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 116,433 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 99,341 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 1 Jul 2014 99,341 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 19 Jul 2013 84,464 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 84,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 68,988 miles

NS inner C.V boot split

Pass 17 Jun 2011 52,507 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 51,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

can not see rear brakes clearly

How Reliable is the Skoda Octavia?

Based on 3,816,734 MOT tests across 338,116 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
8,620
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
338,116
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 81,688
Registration plate lamp not working 38,058
position lamp(s) not working 31,953
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 31,729
Direction indicator incorrect colour 28,575
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AB08 BEU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Skoda Octavia models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 100,396 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Skoda Octavia fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 81,688 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 BEU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Skoda Octavia typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Skoda Octavia is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AB08 BEU registered?

AB08 BEU is a 2008 Skoda Octavia, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is AB08 BEU safe to buy?

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